Why can 48 hours in Katowice change the future of your company?
Katowice, October 24, 2025 (AP) – The European Congress of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises, which will be held on October 27–28, 2025 in Katowice, will attract thousands of participants from Poland and abroad. The slogan of this year's 15th edition – “HERE & NOW” – is a call to action here and now. As Tomasz Zjawiony, president of the Regional Chamber of Commerce in Katowice, the event organizer, emphasizes, the world is not waiting, and the future is happening before our eyes. The Congress is designed to help entrepreneurs make decisions that will determine their position in a changing economy – from adaptation through digitization to responding to climate challenges.
A platform for partners and business leaders
Participation in the Congress is not only an opportunity to gain knowledge, but also a unique opportunity for promotion. The organizers offer partners a wide range of options – from exhibition stands, through participation in expert panels and workshops, to accompanying events and exposure in promotional materials. Partners gain visibility in the media, the opportunity to meet potential contractors, and the chance to strengthen their recognition in an environment that brings together key market players. The benefits are measurable: networking with opinion leaders, media presence, and access to closed meeting formats. It is also an opportunity to present one's own solutions and experiences in the context of the European debate on the future of the economy.
SMEs and global corporations – two worlds, one stage
Gala, anniversary, and celebration of entrepreneurship
One of the most anticipated moments of the Congress is the RIG Community Gala in Katowice, held in the hall of the Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra. This year, the event takes on special significance as it coincides with the 35th anniversary of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Katowice. The gala is not only a prestigious event with a unique atmosphere, but also an opportunity to present the EKMŚP Economic Awards – distinctions for leaders who set new standards in business and contribute to the economic development of the country and the region. Previous winners include Rafał Brzoska, Beata Drzazga, and Konrad Howard – names that symbolize success, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Attending the gala is an opportunity for entrepreneurs to establish valuable contacts in an elegant atmosphere conducive to conversation. It is also an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of the SME sector and build a community that plays a key role in the Polish economy.
GOLD and PLATINUM packages – more opportunities
Basic registration for the Congress is free, but the organizers have also prepared premium offers. The GOLD and PLATINUM packages guarantee additional privileges, such as parking spaces at the International Congress Center, invitations to the banquet and gala ceremony with a companion, and access to exclusive networking formats. For entrepreneurs, this means not only logistical comfort, but above all the opportunity to strengthen relationships with leaders in business, politics, and science. Choosing a premium package is also an investment in brand recognition – attendance at the gala and closed events is conducive to establishing contacts that may translate into specific contracts in the future.
Since 2011, the European Congress of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises has become one of the most important economic events in this part of Europe. Last year, it attracted nearly 10,000 participants and 350 experts. The 15th anniversary edition has even greater ambitions: to provide knowledge, tools, and inspiration, but above all to create a space where Polish SMEs can find their place in global value chains.
In a world where reflexes and adaptability count, the Congress, under the slogan “HERE & NOW,” reminds entrepreneurs that the best time to act is right now.
Registration and detailed information about packages:https://ekmsp.eu/rejestracja-uczestnikow